Deep Sky Observing
Subtitle: The Astronomical Tourist (Patrick Moore's Practical Astronomy Series)
Edition: 1 edition
Publisher: Springer
Published: October 2, 2000
Language: eng
Format: Paperback
Number of pages: 376
ISBN-13: 9781852336271
Subjects: Astronomical observation: observatories, equipment & methods; Popular astronomy; Star Observation; Practical And Spherical Astronomy; Science; Science/Mathematics; Astronomy - General; Science / Astronomy; deep-sky; observational; Observers' manuals; Astronomy
First sentence: Before starting this book I realized that there are lots of astronomy books that are written to help beginners get started with observing the sky.
Description: Steve Coe has been watching the deep sky from locations near his home in Arizona for almost 20 years. During that time he has accumulated a wealth of knowledge, observations, hints and tips that will help every deep sky observer, regardless of experience. This, his first book, gives detailed practical advice about how to find the best observing site, how to make the most of the time spent there, and what equipment and instruments to take along. There are comprehensive lists of deep sky objects of all kinds, along with Steve's own observations describing how they look through telescopes with apertures ranging from 8 to 36 inches (0.2 - 0.9 m). Most of all, this book is all about how to enjoy astronomy. Steve's enthusiasm and sense of wonder shine through every page as he invites you along on a tour of some of the most beautiful and fascinating sites in the deep sky.